Viking Dacon Rescue Frame RG-1.8/1.9

Ensure safe, gentle, and rapid rescue at sea with the trusted Viking Dacon Rescue Frame RG-1.8/1.9.Designed and proven in the harshest maritime environments (including the North Sea), this manual rescue net is the go-to solution for smaller rescue craft, fast response boats, standby vessels, workboats, and SAR operations. It allows for horizontal recovery of casualties — the safest method for exhausted, hypothermic, injured, or unconscious persons — minimizing risks like afterdrop, cardiac strain, or secondary injury from vertical lifts.

Features

• Optimized Dimensions: 1.8 m horizontal length (along the vessel side) × 1.9 m vertical depth — ideal for vessels with freeboard heights up to 0.5 m.
• Horizontal Cradle Design: Casualty is retrieved lying flat, supported fully by the net for maximum comfort and medical stability during hoisting.
• Dual-Purpose Functionality: Doubles as a scrambling/climbing net for able-bodied individuals who can self-recover.
• Durable, Marine-Grade Construction:Fiberglass (GRP) rods for strength, lightness, and corrosion resistance.
• High-tensile polyester webbing.
• Stainless steel fittings for long-term reliability.
• Lightweight & Compact: Weighs approx. 3 kg/m² — easy for crew to deploy and stow. Folds neatly for deck or railing storage without obstructing workspace.
• Quick & Simple Operation: Fast deployment with hauling lines; no complex machinery required. Crew can perform visual inspections — no mandatory service intervals.
• Proven Reliability: Decades of real-world use on thousands of vessels worldwide. A simple, cost-effective alternative to more complex systems.
• High-Visibility: Bright orange webbing enhances visibility in low-light or rough conditions (standard on many configurations).

Applications

• Commercial fishing vessels
• Offshore support boats
• Pilot boats and harbor craft
• Search & Rescue (SAR) teams
• Any operation requiring compliant, effective MOB (Man Overboard) recovery

Specifications

• Model: RG-1.8/1.9
• Horizontal: 1.8 m
• Vertical Depth: 1.9 m
• Suitable Freeboard: Up to 0.5 m
• Materials: Fiberglass rods, polyester webbing, stainless steel
• Weight: ~3 kg/m²
• Item Reference: 1065717 (Viking catalog)